2022 Audi Q2 1.5L Petrol · AK71 BAA

The most recent official DVSA MOT test for this 2022 Audi Q2 was conducted on 5 January 2026, at which the vehicle achieved a pass with no defects or advisories recorded against it. The immediately preceding test on 24 January 2025 also resulted in a clean pass with no recorded defects. This represents a consistent and reassuring maintenance trajectory, with two successive examinations free from advisory notes relating to tyre condition, brake wear, suspension components, exhaust integrity, or lighting. The absence of any minor advisories suggests that the vehicle has either been maintained to a high standard by its previous keeper or that the components inspected at MOT have not yet reached the threshold where examiners would note them. For a prospective buyer, this clean two-year pattern is a positive indicator, though it should be noted that MOT testing is a statutory roadworthiness check rather than a comprehensive mechanical inspection, and many service-interval items are not examined. The recorded mileage of 34,312 miles on a four-year-old vehicle equates to an annualised usage of approximately 8,578 miles, which sits squarely within the typical range expected for a modern family crossover. This rate of accumulation is consistent with regular commuting or mixed private use and indicates that the vehicle has not been subjected to the accelerated wear associated with very high annual mileage, nor has it been left standing for prolonged periods. From a mechanical perspective, this level of use suggests that major drivetrain components, including the engine, gearbox, and clutch assembly, should have experienced normal in-service wear, while consumable items such as brake pads, discs, and tyres will have seen moderate but predictable degradation. The MOT mileage readings, when confirmed against the dashboard, will also allow verification that the recorded mileage progression has been steady without any obvious gaps that might indicate extended periods of inactivity. Given the clean MOT history and typical mileage profile, the principal inspection focus for a prospective buyer should shift toward age- and time-related degradation that MOT testing does not fully assess. Tyre sidewalls and tread should be examined closely for perishing or cracking caused by UV exposure and ozone damage, as rubber compounds degrade with calendar age irrespective of tread depth, particularly on a vehicle that may have spent time parked outdoors. The condition of the 12V battery warrants particular attention, as automotive batteries typically begin to lose cranking capacity after four to five years, and a load test or voltage check can identify a unit approaching end of life. Similarly, brake discs should be inspected for surface corrosion, particularly on the inboard faces where light rust from standing or infrequent low-speed use can lead to judder or uneven braking feel, and the caliper slide pins should be checked for seizing, which is a known issue on Audi products left standing. A thorough road test should include careful attention to suspension refinement, listening for clonking or knocking noises from the front MacPherson strut top mounts and rear multi-link bushes, which can deteriorate with age even at modest mileages. The coolant, brake fluid, and if applicable Haldex coupling oil on quattro variants should be confirmed as being serviced at the manufacturer intervals, as these fluids degrade with time rather than mileage alone. On start-up from cold, any diesel particulate filter regeneration cycles (if applicable) or engine management warning lights should be observed, and the automatic or manual transmission should be checked for smooth engagement across all gears. Finally, a service book stamp history and ideally a diagnostic scan for any stored fault codes in systems such as the parking sensors, infotainment, or driver assistance modules will provide additional confidence beyond the DVSA record, ensuring that this well-maintained example remains a sound purchase.